Zelensky Meets Trump in Florida to Negotiate Ukraine Peace Framework

Overview

• The presidents are convening in Palm Beach at 1 p.m. local time to review a U.S.-drafted plan to end the war, with Trump saying Zelensky has nothing finalized until he approves.
• The latest version reported by outlets reaffirms Ukraine’s sovereignty, ties sanctions to compliance, provides NATO protection against a renewed invasion, and outlines a path toward EU integration.
• Zelensky says the framework is about 90% complete, with options on disputed areas under discussion, including the possibility of a national referendum on territorial concessions.
• On the eve of the meeting, Russia carried out one of its largest strikes this year using more than 500 drones and roughly 40 missiles, causing casualties and power outages around Kyiv.
• Russia’s claims of new gains, including in Huliaipole, were rejected by Ukraine as heavy fighting persisted, while European leaders voiced support for a just peace and Canada pledged C$2.5 billion in economic aid.